The Theater Program at WHS offers three consecutive Theater courses: Beginning Theater, Intermediate Theater, and Performance Theater. These courses fulfill the credit requirement in the Fine Arts for graduation and are designed to:
♦ Introduce students to the various aspects of Theater including: acting, directing, stage management, costume, set, makeup, and lighting design.
♦ Develop performance skills and stage presence.
♦ Increase student appreciation and understanding of theatrical literature.
♦ Introduce students to the major historic genres of theater.
♦ Develop technical theater skills.
Available to interested students are Virginia Theatrical Association membership and conference, Virginia High School League Conference and the Educational Theater Association.
The Music Program at Waynesboro High School offers a wide range of performing groups such as the Freshtones, the Concert Choir, and the Lyrical Ladies. The instrumental department offers Marching Band, the Jazz Ensemble, several small ensembles as well as a Beginning Band program. These classes are designed to meet Fine Arts graduation requirements and to help students:
♦ Develop a love and appreciation of music and the arts;
♦ Experience self-expression, individual responsibility, self-discipline, and group participation;
♦ Appreciate a variety of musical styles, such as Classical, Romantic, Modern, Folk, and Jazz;
♦ Understand the importance of our musical heritage and its effect on present day culture;
♦ Develop discriminating musical taste through an organized listening program;
♦ Bridge the transition from middle school to the more advanced learning in the high school setting.
During the school year students in band and chorus will learn to sing and play all types of music from around the world. They will be constantly taught, by everyday reinforcement, the music fundamentals that are critical to a good performance. Students will learn proper stage etiquette and how to take care of their voices and instruments as well as a general respect for their fellow musicians and singers.
Available to interested students are District and State events such as All District Band and Choir, All State Band and Choir, Solo and Ensemble Festival as well as opportunities to perform at many local and distant events.
Visual Arts
Art I-IV
Throughout the sequence of art courses, students:
♦ research and create original designs for projects ♦ create thumbnail sketches to compose drawings
♦ develop observational skills and draw from life ♦ follow demonstrated directions and techniques
♦ execute techniques required for the completion of projects ♦ use vocabulary, tools, and techniques
♦ keep a notebook of information and sketches ♦ prepare artwork for formal or competitive display
Each student (Art I-IV) will be charged a $20.00 supplies fee for expendable materials such as drawing pencils, erasers, oil pastels, water paint, colored pencils, etc.
Art I
Prerequisite: None SCED code: 05999
Standards of Learning Addressed: Visual Art SOLs SOL End of Course Test: None
Credit: 1 fine arts credit
Course Description: This is a two-dimensional art course that focuses on drawing, painting, and printmaking. Students will learn vocabulary and design techniques. They will create artwork within the following subject areas: elements of design; drawing from life;
still life; portraiture; linoleum print making; abstraction; landscape; and Expressionism. Students will use the following media: pencil, colored pencil; oil pastels; charcoal; paint; cut paper; chalk pastel; marker; and pen and ink. Student work will be evaluated based on personal ability, effort, and on established goals and standards. Students who embrace learning will sharpen their observational skills and their ability to see spatial relationships. This art class provides students with an opportunity to learn how to think originally and creatively, using higher level thinking skills.
Art II
Prerequisite: Art I SCED code: 05999
Standards of Learning Addressed: Visual Art SOLs SOL End of Course Test: None
Credit: 1 fine arts credit
Course Description: This two-dimensional art course focuses on drawing and painting. Students will be expected to perform at a high level of competency, showing skill in drawing and shading. The artwork created will require more skills and some projects will be more concept-based, requiring creative thinking. Using subject areas and media from Art I, students will increase their competency with techniques, including skill in drawing and shading. Student work will be evaluated based on personal ability, effort, and on established goals and standards. Students who embrace learning will sharpen their observational skills and their ability to see spatial relationships. This art class provides students with an opportunity to learn how to think originally and creatively, using higher level thinking skills.
Art III
Prerequisite: 1. Art II with a grade of A-B SCED code: 05999
2. Portfolio review OR Teacher recommendation Standards of Learning Addressed: Visual Art SOLs
SOL End of Course Test: None Credit: 1 fine arts credit
Course Description: This two-dimensional art course focuses on drawing and painting. The artwork created will require more skills and some projects will be more concept-based, requiring higher levels of creative thinking. Students will build on previously learned techniques and use a variety of media to create products requiring more sophisticated skills and expressing more complex concepts.
Art IV
Prerequisite: 1. Art III with a grade of A-B SCED code: 05999
2. Portfolio review OR Teacher recommendation Standards of Learning Addressed: Visual Art SOLs
SOL End of Course Test: None Credit: 1 fine arts credit
Course Description: This two-dimensional art course focuses on drawing and painting. Students will be expected to perform at a higher level of competency, demonstrating ability to be independent and disciplined in their work. Students must show excellent skill in drawing and shading. The artwork will require higher levels of skills and reflect more complex concepts and themes. Projects will be increasingly individually based. Students will create work within the following areas: elements of design, still life, portraiture, perspective, abstraction, found object, Abstract Expressionism, Expressionism. Students will use media introduced in earlier courses, as well as relief with plaster and paper mâché. Student work will be evaluated based on personal ability, effort, and rigorous performance standards.
Craft I-IV
Throughout this sequence of art courses, students:
♦ research and create original designs for projects ♦ represent their ideas with sketches for projects
♦ follow demonstrations and exhibit their ability to execute
techniques required for the completion of projects ♦ use vocabulary introduced for materials, tools, and techniques
♦ evaluate their work based on a set of standards, requirements,
and deadlines for projects ♦ prepare artwork for formal or competitive display
♦ build notebooks/ portfolios of sketches and designs
Each student (Craft I – Craft IV) will pay a craft fee of $20.00. This fee is charged to cover the cost of expendable materials such as professional colored and drawing pencils, under glazes, erasers, specialty glue, etc.
Craft I
Prerequisite: None SCED code: 05165
Standards of Learning Addressed: Visual Art SOLs SOL End of Course Test: None
Credit: 1 fine arts credit
Course Description: This three-dimensional art course includes the fundamentals of design, drawing, ceramics (pottery), sculpture and construction, textiles, jewelry and mixed media. This course also incorporates the understanding of art history, production, aesthetics and criticism. Students will acquire an understanding of design, ceramics, sculpture and construction, textiles, jewelry making, and mixed media. Each student will keep a sketchbook.
Craft II
Prerequisite: Craft I SCED code: 05165
Standards of Learning Addressed: Visual Art SOLs SOL End of Course Test: None
Credit: 1 fine arts credit
Course Description: Craft II follows the same basic content as Craft I, but introduces advanced techniques and the use of more challenging materials.
Craft III
Prerequisite: Craft II SCED code: 05165
Standards of Learning Addressed: Visual Art SOLs SOL End of Course Test: None
Credit: 1 fine arts credit
Course Description: Craft III follows the structure of the prerequisite courses, but promotes individualized personal growth through a program requiring higher creativity and skill development.
Craft IV
Prerequisite: Craft III SCED code: 05165
Standards of Learning Addressed: Visual Art SOLs SOL End of Course Test: None
Credit: 1 fine arts credit
Course Description: Craft IV follows the structure of the prerequisite courses, but promotes individualized personal growth through a program requiring higher creativity and skill development in preparation for career options and postsecondary studies.
Photography I
Prerequisite: None SCED code: 05167
Standards of Learning Addressed: Visual Art SOLs SOL End of Course Test: None
Credit: 1 fine arts credit
Course Description: Students will learn basic darkroom and camera techniques as well as learning how to develop film and pictures.
They will explore the art history of photography, the parts of a camera and many other academic areas of photography. The elements and principles of design will be explored through mixed media and practiced in photography. Projects will include Photograms, pinhole cameras, portraits, landscapes, studio photography and many more. Students will also learn how to mount and display their photos and participate in art shows.
Requirement: Each student must have access to or own a 35mm camera with adjustable lens opening and shutter speeds. (If you cannot afford a camera please let the teacher know and she will work with you.) A lab fee of $25.00 will be charged to cover the cost of photographic chemicals and most supplies. Students are responsible for buying photo paper and film.
Photography II
Prerequisite: Photography I SCED code: 05167
Standards of Learning Addressed: Visual Art SOLs SOL End of Course Test: None
Credit: 1 fine arts credit
Course Description: Students will build upon the techniques and apply the elements and principles they learned in Photography I.
They will try experimental techniques in the darkroom and with picture taking. Students will incorporate technology into their artwork through the use of digital manipulation and digital photography. They will participate in art shows and competitions.
Requirement: Each student must have access to or own a 35mm camera with adjustable lens opening and shutter speeds. (If you cannot afford a camera please let the teacher know and she will work with you.) A lab fee of $25.00 will be charged to cover the cost of photographic chemicals and most supplies. Students are responsible for buying photo paper and film. Optional for Photography II is a digital camera.